The difference between Failed and Successful
When used as adjectives, failed means decayed, whereas successful means resulting in success.
check bellow for the other definitions of Failed and Successful
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Failed as a verb:
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Failed as an adjective:
Decayed; worn out.
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Failed as an adjective:
Bankrupt.
Examples:
"The government is unwilling to [[bail out]] the failed bank."
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Successful as an adjective:
Resulting in success; assuring, or promoting, success; accomplishing what was proposed; having the desired effect
Examples:
"a successful use of medicine; a successful experiment; a successful enterprise"
"synonyms: prosperous fortunate happy"